<p>Lead Local Scout</p> <p>Location: Knighthead Performance Centre</p> <p>Contract: Part-Time | Flexible Hours (Primarily Weekends and Midweek Fixtures)</p> <p>Reports to: Local Emerging Talent Manager</p> <p>To lead a team of Local Scouts within a designated area on behalf of the Academy Emerging Talent Department, supporting the identification and recruitment of emerging talent within a 90-minute radius of the Knighthead Performance Centre (B38 9EL).</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li> <p>Lead and coordinate Local Scouts within your designated zone, as allocated by the Local Emerging Talent Manager.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage weekly planning, communication, and reporting processes for Local Scouts in your area.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct appraisals and provide regular feedback and support to Local Scouts.</p> </li><li> <p>Attend and scout grassroots and academy fixtures during weekends and selected midweek evenings.</p> </li><li> <p>Focus specifically on youth leagues and the Academy games programme, including the Youth Development Phase and Professional Development Phase.</p> </li><li> <p>Support the monitoring and assessment of Birmingham City loan players when required.</p> </li><li> <p>Work closely with the Local Emerging Talent Manager and Local Emerging Talent Coordinator to ensure a competitive and productive recruitment process in your region.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct live and video-based scouting and submit detailed player reports via the relevant platforms.</p> </li><li> <p>Follow the Club's Scouts Code of Conduct and ensure all work is in line with FA and EPPP regulations.</p> </li><li> <p>Actively recruit across all development phases, aligned to the Emerging Talent strategy, succession plans and positional needs.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with grassroots clubs, private coaching organisations, schools, districts, and counties.</p> </li><li> <p>Attend and report on academy fixtures, grassroots games, school matches, and coaching sessions.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure all reporting documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time.</p> </li><li> <p>Support Emerging Talent events, including Talent ID festivals, trials, and open days.</p> </li><li> <p>Attend monthly meetings with the Local Emerging Talent Manager to discuss department updates, strategy, and recruitment needs.</p> </li><li> <p>Undertake any other duties within the scope of the post, as requested by the Academy Technical Director, Local Emerging Talent Manager, or Lead Local Scout.</p> </li></ul> <p>Key Relationships</p> <ul> <li> <p>Local Emerging Talent Manager</p> </li><li> <p>Academy Technical Director</p> </li><li> <p>Local Scouts</p> </li><li> <p>Local Emerging Talent Coordinator</p> </li><li> <p>All Emerging Talent Staff</p> </li><li> <p>Wider Academy Staff (including MDT, support, and site staff)</p> </li></ul> <p>What we're looking for in you:</p> <p>Essential Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>FA Level 2 Talent ID</p> </li><li> <p>FA Safeguarding</p> </li><li> <p>Valid Driving Licence</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent computer literacy</p> </li><li> <p>High attention to detail and organisation</p> </li><li> <p>Strong verbal and written communication skills</p> </li><li> <p>Leadership and team management experience</p> </li><li> <p>Understanding of EPPP and Foundation Phase development</p> </li></ul> <p>Desirable Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>FA Level 3 Talent ID</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to contribute to internal and external networks</p> </li><li> <p>Experience in a Category One academy</p> </li><li> <p>Audit experience</p> </li></ul> <p>Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding</p> <p>Birmingham City FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The safety and well-being of our players is our top priority, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a thorough background check and training in safeguarding as part of the recruitment process.</p> <p>Birmingham City FC is an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community and assess candidates solely on merit, regardless of gender, race, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, political or religious belief, background, or family circumstances. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment and encourage all individuals to apply. If you need any adjustments to our recruitment or interview process, please inform us when applying.</p>